Celebrating passionate teachers and enthusiastic learners
At this year's MacVicar Day symposium, faculty and students reflect on the challenges and joys of education in the 21st century.
3 Questions: What is linguistics?
MIT Professor David Pesetsky describes the science of language and how it sheds light on deep properties of the human mind.
What's in a face?
McGovern Institute researchers find that the brain starts to register gender and age before recognizing a face.
Academic institutions grant commercial license for CRISPR-based SHERLOCK diagnostic technology in developed world
Rights are protected for broad use in developing world and for public health needs.
Alana gift to MIT launches Down syndrome research center, technology program for disabilities
Foundation’s $28.6 million gift will fund science, innovation, and education to advance understanding, ability, and inclusion.
Robot hand is soft and strong
Gripper device inspired by “origami magic ball” can grasp wide array of delicate and heavy objects.
Brain wave stimulation may improve Alzheimer’s symptoms
Noninvasive treatment improves memory and reduces amyloid plaques in mice.
How the brain distinguishes between objects
Study shows that a brain region called the inferotemporal cortex is key to differentiating bears from chairs.
Opera star Renée Fleming explores music and minds in MIT talk
Compton Lecture delves into the frontiers of exploration linking neuroscience, music, and health.
Lighting the path
Luminaries in computing and cognition discuss their journeys and share their insights.
New MRI sensor can image activity deep within the brain
Noninvasive measurements of calcium could reveal neurons’ roles in different types of behavior.
Exploring the nature of intelligence
Undergraduate research projects show how students are advancing research in human and artificial intelligence, and applying intelligence tools to other disciplines.
Jumping into new experiences
For senior Héctor Javier Vázquez Martínez, studying and teaching abroad has brought new friendships, new research interests, and a new outlook.
MIT robot combines vision and touch to learn the game of Jenga
Machine-learning approach could help robots assemble cellphones and other small parts in a manufacturing line.
The gift of light, through science and service
Professor Pawan Sinha addresses a humanitarian need — treatable blindness — and advances our understanding of visual development in the brain.